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Gala Tickets on Sale Now!

Tickets are on sale now for Brent’s annual spring gala “A Taste of the Hill” and we are thrilled to invite the Brent Community and fellow friends and family to join us Saturday, March 30th at AJAX DC from 7:00 to 11:30 p.m. Besides superb small plates from local restaurants and wine pairings, the event features music, dancing and fabulous auction items such as vacation stays, dinner events , artwork, sporting events, and creative class baskets. The night is a wonderful opportunity to mingle with fellow parents, administration and teachers.

Proceeds from this event support our wonderful school! Early bird tickets are on sale at BrentGala.givesmart.com or by texting BrentGala to 52182. Buy yours today before prices go up!

UPCOMING EVENTS

Brent Selected as a DPR Summer Camp Site – Enroll Monday, March 25 at noon!Exciting News! Brent has been selected as a site for DC’s Department of Parks and Rec summer camps. Our site was added and will offer Little Explorer and Discovery Camps (Ages 3 -10 years).Enrollment for camps begins Monday, March 25 at noon through the DPR website - here. These camps fill to capacity very fast so if you are interested in having your child participate, create your Household account and password NOW with DPR so you are ready for registration AND be at a computer precisely at noon on Monday to register. Reduced rates are available for qualifying families. To access registration or learn more about camps in general, browse through the options below and follow the links.How to Register:Register Online Registration ScheduleFrequently Asked QuestionsCamp Information and LocationsReduced Rate ApplicationHere are additional sites for the camps:Little Explorer and Discovery Camps (Ages 3-10 yrs.)DCPS/DPR Camp LocationsAmidon Bowen - 401 I Street SWJC Nalle – 219 50th Street SEMiner – 601 15th Street NEMoten – 1565 Morris Road SESeaton – 1503 10th Street NWSimon - 401 Mississippi Ave SEWatkins – 420 12th Street NE​

DC's Department of Health has issued a letter to our community after we reported a case of Scarlett Fever in a child at Brent this week. Scarlet Fever is caused by bacteria called group A Streptococcus or group A strep. ​ Please take a moment to read the letter and review the fact sheet. Links to each document are below:

In addition to regular cleaning, Brent’s custodial team has disinfected high touch surfaces, tables, and chairs in the classroom with the case of Scarlett Fever, and will conduct a deep cleaning over the mid-Winter Break.

If you have any questions, please feel to reach out to Brent’s school nurse, Ms. Lee at (202) 698-3367 and Jlee6@cnmc.org.

Registration for Springboard Spring Elective programs begins February 13th. Springboard’s spring programs are taught by local community experts, and offer multiple opportunities for kids to explore fun and creative activities!Benefits of enrichment programs include:• Increased academic success and social skills• Boosted self-confidence and self-esteem• Dedicated time for fun and relaxation while exploring new interests, or building skillsRegister by March 8th to secure your child’s spot!Please note, some classes may be cancelled if enrollment is low. To help avoid cancellation, it is best to register early.Questions, please email enrichments@springboardkids.com. Visit parent.springboardkids.com to enroll. A course catalog can be found on here.

DC's Department of Health has issued a letter to our community after we reported four cases of “gastroenteritis” (nausea, vomiting, and/or diarrhea) in children at Brent this week. Please take a moment to read the letter and review the fact sheet. Links to each document are below:

In addition to regular cleaning, Brent’s custodial team has disinfected high touch surfaces, tables, and chairs in classrooms with confirmed cases of the gastroenteritis illness, and will continue doing so throughout next week.

If you have any questions, please feel to reach out to Brent’s school nurse, Ms. Lee at (202) 698-3367 and Jlee6@cnmc.org.

Uniform ProgramDid you pick out some uniform items at the used uniform table or want to donate to the program? You found the place to do it! All donations are given to the school to purchase uniforms for students in need.